Clinical Technician

VHCHealth; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health is looking for a compassionate Clinical Technician II to join our healthcare team. This role involves providing patient care under RN supervision, ensuring safety and comfort, and executing clinical tasks. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, BLS certification, and relevant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Six months of experience as a Clinical Technician I or equivalent.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care or activities of daily living.
• Observe changes in the status of patients and provide a clean environment.
• Transport patients and assist in related duties.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Nursing skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position TitleClinical Technician Job Description SummaryJoin our team and unlock your potential!VHC Health is a 453-bed nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC is a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the 10th year in a row and VHC has ranked Number 2 in “Best Hospitals” in the Washington, DC metropolitan area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients. Job Description Purpose & Scope:

The Clinical Technician II works under the direct supervision of the RN and is an active member of the health care team. Under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse, the Clinical Technician performs a variety of routine duties involving the care of patients including performing direct patient care or activities of daily living, observing changes in the status of patients, providing a clean and safe environment, transporting patients, and other related duties. Clinical Technicians must be empathetic and have good communication and nursing skills to care for patients.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Equivalent experience is required.

Experience:

Six months of experience as a Clinical Technician I or equivalent clinical experience as defined in the CORE skills for Clinical Technician II, completion or enrollment in Clinical Technician II program or equivalent, or student nurses who have successfully completed the medical/surgical clinical experiences and didactic is required.

Certification/Licensure:

BLS certification is required.

Other Qualifications

Minimum of 6 education hours related to current role